Lauren Breedlove is a freelance travel writer, photographer, and content creator based in upstate New York. She contributes to a variety of publications in print and digital, including National Geographic, BBC Travel, Afar, Condé Nast Traveler, Travel + Leisure, Food & Wine, Lonely Planet, and more. She thrives on off-the-beaten-path adventures, remote destinations, outdoor exploits, quirky festivals, authentic cultural and culinary experiences, dive bars, and grilled cheese.
The Adirondack Mountains are her backyard playground, and when she’s not traveling, you’ll find her adventuring all over the park with her pup, Scout. Spending time outdoors is a huge part of her travels, whether it be a sunrise mission or paddling to a remote campsite. Some of her favorite endeavors include hiking with goats in Austria, cold plunging in Tasmania, and camping in Antarctica.
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Year-round Icelanders “go for a swim” in their hot springs and geothermal pools. This longstanding tradition is not about doing laps, but more so a warm soak and a daily chat. Here are the top local-loved spots to take a dip.